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February 11, 2009

Much More Orange strapping tape

Much More have released this orange colour strapping tape, designed to effectively secure your cells to your chassis plate without the need for a fixed battery strap, saving overall weight. The 50m long and 17mm wide roll has been fabricated from extra high tensile strength reinforced fibre and performs exceptionally well in all temperatures and humidity conditions. As its orange, it will also go well with your orange anodised car, like the Xray, Serpent and others.

Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]

February 9, 2009

Losi 1300Kv E-Power Combo set

Losi have released this 1300Kv E-Power Combo set which provides 8ight/2.0 platform owners with an easy and affordable way to convert to brushless electric power. The combo includes the electronics and gears needed to achieve ultimate levels of power and top-end speeds. This money-saving combo offers you the consumer a savings of $124.97, when compared to the cost of purchasing each included item at their individual MAP prices. This electric power combo includes one 1/8-scale 1300Kv Xcelorin Brushless Motor and ESC Combo, one 18.5V 4000mAh 5S 25C Hard Case LiPo Battery, one 16T 1.0 Module Pitch Pinion Gear and one 45T Plastic Spur Gear.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

February 3, 2009

ROAR LiPo Battery Specification Amendment

ROAR logo

ROAR, the U.S./Canadian sanctioning body for R/C car and truck competition, have announced a 1:8 LiPo Battery Specification Amendment. “The 1:8 Electric Racing Classes are an emerging form of our sport. Our responsibility in ROAR Leadership Role is to outline a set of specifications which ensure a responsible growth and flexibility to leverage advancements based on the benefits they offer our users. The Executive Committee, in accordance with our responsibility to ensure our Members, Organizers, and Affiliate Partners have access to provide the best Technology available for our members benefit, are issuing the following Revision to our 4S Battery Dimension Specifications. The change will allow our Affiliate partners to take advantage of a growing assortment of next generation LiPo cells for 1:8 Electric Racing, as well as the option using larger gauge wire in the assembly process. Rule 8.3.2.3.3. is revising the Hardcase Length dimension from 160mm to 165mm.”

4S Hardcase LiPo Dimension Spec
Current Rule 8.3.2.3.3. Max Brick Style 4S Length: 160mm Width: 52mm Height: 52mm
Revised Rule 8.3.2.3.3. Max Brick Style 4S Length: 165mm Width: 52mm Height: 52mm

Source: ROAR [roarracing.com]

January 22, 2009

Reedy 35C EFRA/BRCA LiPo Battery

Due to EFRA’s regulations for LiPo batteries being different regarding dimensions from that of ROAR, Reedy is pleased to announce the release of 35C standard and saddle pack batteries specifically for the European market and for clubs that use EFRA regulations as well as those set forth by the BRCA. Even though the battery dimensions are smaller and capacity is reduced slightly, the 35C rating remains the same, resulting in world-class power for all racing classes.

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January 21, 2009

Speed Power LiPo packs & Charger

Speed Passion have announced that they have joined forces with the Speed Power factory to design, test and develop pure racing Lipo / LiFe battery packs. The first quarter of this year will see the new partnership focus on the release of a 1/10th and 1/8th scale LiPo battery product line, for both on and off road, as well as a special 4-cell LiPo for 1/8th scale applications. In February, they hope to release their new multi-charger for both LiPo / LiFe batteries, which will be available in 4 different colour schemes. The hard case touring car pack is a 4000mAh 7.4V 35C version, while the saddle pack is also hard cased, but with 5500mAh 30C cells. The pack for 1/8th scale is 14.8V 3800mAh monster with a 30C rating.

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January 20, 2009

Reedy 4200mAh 7.2V WolfPack

Due to increasing demand for economically priced high-capacity batteries, Reedy have released this 4200mAh 7.2V WolfPack. Because a battery pack is only as good as its individual cells, these packs are assembled using Reedy’s all-new high-tech SC-R cells. This exclusive cell features high capacity for extended run times while delivering maximum output thanks to its current-carrying capabilities and ultra-low internal resistance. Low resistance welded connections between each cell and thick 14AWG silicone power wires ensure maximum performance and reliability. Additionally, each pack comes equipped with an industry-standard Tamiya style connector.

Source: Reedy [rc10.com]

January 20, 2009

LRP VTEC 11.1V 3600 LiPo pack

LRP VTEC 11.1V 3600 LiPo Hardcase

LRP have released their next generation of LiPo batteries, specially developed for extreme power delivery and run-time. Featuring a durable hard case to keep the cells from been damaged during use and always in best condition. The new 3600 3S 11.1V LiPo is the same measurement as a 6-cell Sub C battery cell, and fits in all standard 1/10th scale on road and off road cars. The high 28C discharge rate gives you some additional power as the voltage drop under load is less then with the regular batteries equipped.

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January 17, 2009

Vampire Racing LiPo battery packs

Vampire Racing have released a range of 3 new hard cased LiPo packs onto the market. Available in 5200mAh with a 30C rating, 4000mAh with a 35C rating and 2700mAh with a 25C rating, these 7.4v packs have extrusions on the base of the pack to allow them to fit into, and not move around inside, current chassis’.

Source: Vampire Racing [vampire-racing.com]